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ARTHRITIS HIPOsteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis hip. It typically affects patients over 50 years of age. It is more common in patients who are overweight, and weight loss tends to reduce the symptoms associated with hip arthritis. There is also a genetic predisposition of this condition, meaning arthritis hip tends to run in families. Other factors that can contribute to developing arthritis hip include trauma to the hip and fractures to the bone around the joint. The three most common types of inflammatory arthritis that affect the hip and cause arthritis hip are-- • Rheumatoid arthritis (RA): RA is a systemic disease of the immune system that usually affects multiple joints on both sides of the body at the same time. • Ankylosing spondylitis (AS): AS is a chronic inflammation of the spine and the sacroiliac joint (the point where the spine meets the pelvic bone) that can also cause inflammation in other joints. • Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE or lupus): SLE is an autoimmune disease in which the body harms its own healthy cells and tissues. Symptom of arthritis hip-- • Inflammatory arthritis hip is characterized by a dull, aching pain in the groin, outer thigh, or buttocks. • Pain is usually worse in the morning and lessens with activity; however, vigorous activity can result in increased pain and stiffness. • Pain with activities • Limited range of motion • Stiffness of the hip • Walking with a limp Diagnosis-- During the physical examination, your physician may ask you to move your hip in various ways to see which motions are restricted or painful. X-rays and laboratory studies will be needed. Treatment of arthritis hip-- Weight Loss Activity Modification Walking Aids Physical Therapy Anti-Inflammatory Medications Joint Supplements (Glucosamine etc) Total Hip Replacement Surgery In addition to the conventional treatment methods available, it is also advisable to seek out alternative treatment methods. How ever it is essential that you consult a health care provider including a doctor before you decide to follow any particular treatment method. |
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